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Party Chat: A JRPG Podcast

Cameron Hawkins and Kevin Kenson
Monster Hunter Wilds
Phantom Brave: the Lost Hero
Jrpgs
Final Fantasy
JRPG
Switch 2
Atelier Yumia
Dragon Quest
Expedition 33
Suikoden
Trails Through Daybreak II
Persona
Chrono Trigger
Yakuza
Onimusha
Xenoblade Chronicles
Alchemy
Japanese Role-Playing Games
Kingdom Hearts
Falcom

Join Cameron Hawkins and Kevin Kenson as they talk about everything in the world of Japanese Role-Playing Video Games and other Japanese titles. Whether it be news, what we've been playing, or a topic of the show, this is the destination podcast for everything JRPGs.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes103Foundeda year ago
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LeisureVideo Games

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Check out our Patreon if you'd like to support the podcast and get exclusive bonus episodes! www.patreon.com/c/partychatjrpgpodJoin our Discord! discord.gg/VUZAXJryT9Cameron and Kevin discuss the potential games we will see during the... more

Cameron gets the opportunity to sit with Rain98 Director Shoon T to discuss the debut project from Japanese indie developer C#4R4CT3R about the influences and choices made to create the upcoming Visual Novel.

Check out our Patreon if you'd like to support the podcast and get exclusive bonus episodes! www.patreon.com/c/partychatjrpgpod

Join our Discord! discord.gg/VUZAXJryT9

Cam gives his thoughts on the latest JRPG People of Note, a game... more

Check out our Patreon if you'd like to support the podcast and get exclusive bonus episodes! www.patreon.com/c/partychatjrpgpod

Join our Discord! discord.gg/VUZAXJryT9

Cam and Kevin talk about our thoughts on the highly rumored 2026... more

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Recent Guests

Shoon T.
Director of Rain98
Rain98 / Character studio
Episode: The Next Big Visual Novel - Rain98 Director Interview
Branden Johnson
Co-host of JRPG Pursuit/Level Up Legacy stream
JRPG Pursuit, Level Up Legacy
Episode: Everything We Played at PAX East
Retro Brandon
YouTuber and host, involved in the Level Up Legacy Podcast
Level Up Legacy Podcast
Episode: The Tangent Episode w/ Retro Brandon
Slam Zany
Podcaster from Level Up Legacy Podcast focusing on JRPG content.
Level Up Legacy Podcast
Episode: State of Play Japan and The Love of Persona w/ Slam Zany
John Phipps
The Magitek dad and co-host of Super Deluxe Gamescast
Super Deluxe Gamescast
Episode: The Evolution of Final Fantasy with John Phipps
Brendan Groom
Friend of Cameron and game enthusiast from Pass the Controller
Pass the Controller
Episode: Bravely Default Remastered Hands On Impressions
Aidan Moher
Hugo Award winning writer and editor
Episode: Pokémon Presents and the History of Suikoden with Aidan Moher

Hosts

Cameron Hawkins
Host of the JRPG-focused show, guiding discussions and leading topics.
Kevin Kenson
Co-host, contributes opinions and helps drive dialogue.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 50 ratings
  • For the nerd in all of us

    These guys keep it nerdy - which is exactly why I come back week after week. They give (usually) fair and balanced reviews of games and share great insights on news stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Liebd11
    United States5 months ago
  • One of the hosts is a bad take GOAT

    the quantity and “quality” of bad takes that come from the brain of one of the hosts is pretty impressive and never fails to entertain. A good show to get the blood pumping; try listening to it while working out.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Pobody’sNerfect
    United States5 months ago
  • Jrpg and adjacent games

    Love the conversations that these two bring when Cam and Kevin discuss news about jrpgs and just games in general. Their game recommendations are also a fun treat and I look forward to a new episode each week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Minajackson897
    United States8 months ago
  • Good RPG Talk

    Good podcast with great info and insight on RPG’s of all shapes and sizes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MichaelChance24
    United States10 months ago
  • A beast and then best

    My weekly comfort — I love listening to these fellas talk for hours about the best games there are. Huge episodes, in depth discussions, the rare gaming podcast with thoughtful focus

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mitchell Dyer
    Canada10 months ago

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Audience enjoys the blend of news, nostalgia, and game recommendations, with many saying it's their weekly go-to for JRPG talk.
Fans highlight the thoughtful takes and balanced opinions as a strong draw.
Listeners praise the hosts' chemistry and depth of JRPG knowledge, noting engaging long-form discussions.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#228
United States/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#49
Canada/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#248
Canada/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#82
Singapore/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#138
Chile/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#179
Netherlands/Leisure/Video Games

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Trails Beyond the Horizon Review - The Beginning of the End
Q: Where does this game rank in the tier list compared to others?
It's probably sitting in the low A, high B range for me of the series.
Hands On with Resident Evil Requiem and Onimusha: Way of the Sword
Q: Is there anything in regards to the story that you really gained from this, or that you were informed by Capcom this time around?
I didn't really learn anything new... I'm a character inside of a place where there's a monster trying to kill me.
Hands On with Resident Evil Requiem and Onimusha: Way of the Sword
Q: When you die, is that aspect of death similar to like a soul's like, where those souls will go away and then you can get them back?
I didn't die, but I assume it's either a reload situation, or like a checkpoint resume and you haven't lost anything.
Hands On with Resident Evil Requiem and Onimusha: Way of the Sword
Q: Does the parry feel good when you do it? Does the sword feel good when you hit somebody?
It does not feel like Sekiro at all.. this is a very different action game.
Hands On with Resident Evil Requiem and Onimusha: Way of the Sword
Q: Did they say how far into the game this section that you played was?
It was definitely early. It was definitely early.

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This show appetites for JRPG discussions and broader Japanese gaming, pairing deep-dive news analysis with long-form, opinion-rich conversations and tier lists. The hosts balance enthusiasm for classic and modern JRPGs with candid takes on industry moves, announcements, and hands-on impressions of new titles. The format tends to be conversational, chemistry-driven, and generous with personal anecdotes, making it a reliable weekly source for fans who want thoughtful, occasionally nerdy perspectives on JRPGs and related Japanese titles. A standout aspect is the duo's willingness to mix industry insight, retro nostalgia, and community banter, often producing substantial episode runtimes with thorough takes and playful debates.

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3. Retro Brandon
4. Slam Zany
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